In cell separation technology, heterogeneous cell mixture is separated from cells, pm the basis of extracellular and properties of the cells. The cell separation method is gaining popularity in medical field because for the purpose of disease diagnosis and cellular therapy. Cell separation market is likely to expand in coming years, as cell-based therapies are widely being adopted for treatment of chronic diseases. As a result, mortality rate associated with chronic diseases is also declining.

Growing prevalence of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and many other is resulting in incorporation of cell separation technology for the purpose of both diagnostic and therapeutic. Further, cell separation technology preferred over pathological treatment and conventional diagnostic procedures.

Using cell separation technique, root cause of any disease is predicted. And later, treatment is provided on the same basis. The technique aims at removal of disease from cell level, leaving no trace for reoccurrence of disease in future.

Considering the benefits of cell separation technology, various pharmaceutical agencies and government bodies are investing on research and development activities. Also, government in several regions are focusing on advancement of respective biotechnology industry.

All these aforementioned factors are likely to boost cell separation technology market in forthcoming years. Development of advanced technology and economical treatment method are likely to contribute to expansion of the market.

Further, growing geriatric population and rising number of neurodegenerative diseases are likely to propel the market.

Meanwhile, complex cell behavior is acting as barrier in further development of the technology. However, researchers are consistently moving up in the development line.

The unique ability of stem cells to regenerate has resulted in their growing use in the regeneration of tissues and organs over the past two decades, albeit with wavering degrees of success. As healthcare and clinical research, in wake of the expanding biotechnology industry, continue to embrace stem cell research to improve therapeutics for chronic illnesses, cell separation and sorting techniques that aid in improving research results are gaining major impetus. Cell separation technologies are experiencing tremendous growth on account of the growing mortality and morbidity rate of chronic diseases, which has led to the rising demand for cell therapies for effectively treating such diseases.

Technological developments have resulted in the expansion of the application areas of existing cell separation techniques. This is further supported by the increasing patient pool across the globe. Transparency Market Research (TMR) recently published an extensive study on the cell separation technology market, with a positive perspective of the industry, owing to the aforementioned factors. The study unveils the key elements driving industry growth, while elaborating the developments witnessed across the cell separation technology market.

Evolution of the Cell Separation Technology Market

Although the discovery of stem cells goes back over three decades, cell separation technology has, until recently, been restricted to large institutional core facilities. Earlier, cell sorting was considered a complex and expensive technique that required superior training. There have been significant transformations with the advent of versatile, personalized, and user-friendly benchtop cell separators. Currently, stem cell researchers are able to start taking advantage of the capabilities of benchtop cell separators and sorters, resulting in improved results.

The cell separation technology market is likely to generate a revenue of ~ US$ 5.5 Bn in 2019, and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of ~ 12% during the period of forecast. Advancements in technology that has led to continuous innovations is a key factor driving single cell identification and analysis. The growing popularity of single use cell separation techniques and innovation, including microraft, and the use of picodroplet technology is a major trend that is expected to influence the cell separation technology market through the period of assessment.

Cell Separation Technology Market: Impact of Undercurrents

Microfluidics Method & Microraft Arrays Gain Major Acceptance

Microraft arrays are considered to be an innovative micro printed approach for the process of cell separation, while utilizing a small group of cells. Available in micrometer sizes with attachments made of magnetic, polystyrene, and biologic, which are efficient in holding cells securely, microraft arrays are gaining major applicability. Similar popularity is gained by the microfluidics technique. Innovative microfluidic devices that detect floating cancer cells in a tiny blood sample are also being developed.

Increasing Cell and Gene Therapy Requirements

With the constant progress in clinical research, cell and gene therapies that are designed to halt a disease or reverse its progress are gaining significant acceptance. The world has witnessed a coming wave of experimental cell and gene therapies. For instance, by 2020, the FDA expects to witness a large number of applications to begin cell and gene therapy trials. As cell separation technology remains an integral part of cell and gene therapy, this trend is expected to fuel the growth of the cell separation technology market.

Cell separation techniques include the costs of disposables, reagents, time, and services, which can be expensive for hospitals and diagnostic centers. Moreover, cell separation technology incorporation requires expert supervision, hindering its widespread adoption.

The increasing prevalence of cancer across the globe has bolstered the need for effective developments in cancer research. As scientists dig deeper into cancer research, technological advancements to support cancer therapeutics are gaining impetus. As cell separation technology supports cancer research on a large scale, cell separation technology market competitors aim to offer innovative technology to boost applications in cancer research.

Expand FACS Technology Portfolio

The increasing acceptance of Fluorescence-activated Cell Sorting (FACS) technology across numerous applications has garnered competitors’ attention. The development of novel FACS protocols, such as the one developed by the Icahn School of Medicine team, which enables the isolation of neural progenitors, neurons, and astrocytes from virus?infected cerebral organoids, for downstream multi-omics evaluation, are greatly witnessed. Such developments are showcasing the potential of FACS technology, further triggering competitors to expand this technology portfolio.

Commercialize Advanced Technology-based Products

Commercializing products based on advanced cell separation technology remains a vital strategy for market competitors. For instance, in 2018, Akadeum Life Sciences introduced T cell and B cell micro bubble-based isolation kits, which enable users to carry out the cell separation process in a single tube. With benefits such as cost savings to users, and the elimination of costs associated with magnet and columns, such advanced solutions are expected to drive profitability in the cell separation technology market.

Cell Separation Technology Market: Analysis of the Competition

In 2019, Akadeum Life Sciences announced at Immunology 2019, the introduction of its first suite of products based on its microbubble technology. Different from magnetic-based products, microbubbles utilize buoyancy to separate cells of interest within the tube; they are made to simply float to the surface.

In 2018, Cell Microsystems, a provider of innovative scalable solutions and tools for the sorting and isolation of single cells, announced the first commercial sale of its automated AIR System for the sorting, imaging, and isolation of single cells and small colonies.

The global cell separation technology market is characterized by the presence of a limited number of large market players, making the market consolidated in nature. Miltenyi Biotech is a leading player that held ~ 65% of the global market share in 2018, while other players had ~ 35% share. Companies are increasingly trying to enhance their market shares by partnering with governments and forming business conglomerates to offer solutions in respective nations. Productive partnerships among companies to enhance and effectively innovate microfluidics technology are also witnessed. Moreover, the adoption of picodroplet technology for single cell separation and microraft arrays technology is the key trend in the global market, which is influencing the major decisions of leading cell separation technology market players.

Analysts’ Perspective of the Cell Separation Technology Market

TMR analysts have a positive perspective of the cell separation technology market. Rising awareness about various cells separation technologies and immunodiagnostics, and their usage in identifying specific cells is projected to boost the global cell separation market. Analysts believe that, laser capture micro dissection and buoyancy-activated cell sorting, which are important technologies that are incorporated in cell separation products, could further support market growth. The requirement of high initial funding, presence of established players with patented technologies, need for a stronger distribution network, and requirement of skilled labor discourages new players from entering the market. Although North America remains the leading market for cell separation technology, high-growth potential is held by Asia Pacific economies. Governments of Asian countries are investing in the development of healthcare infrastructure for continuous research in stem cell and cancer, so as to develop innovative solutions for patients and healthcare professionals. Moreover, government initiatives to boost the biotechnology industry, and improve technology and processes, are also opening opportunities for competitors. New players could reap the benefits associated with the cell separation technology industry by expanding their portfolios with breakthrough technologies. Concentrating investments in technologies ideal for stem cell research and cancer research could further upscale profitability.

Global Cell Separation Technology Market: Overview

The global cell separation technology market was valued at ~ US$ 5 Bn in 2018, and is projected to expand at a double digit CAGR from 2019 to 2027.

Advancements in technology, increase in the geriatric population, surge in investments in research & development, and rise in the patient population suffering from chronic illnesses are fueling the global cell separation technology market.

Cell separation is the process of removing specific cells from heterogeneous or homogenous subpopulations, and has superior biomedical and clinical application. Cell separation techniques are used to isolate cells with high purity, which aids in the identification and diagnosis of cells.

Increase in chronic illnesses, availability of various cell separation technologies, rise in the preference for innovative technology with highest purity yield, surge in the awareness about research in stem cells, and increase in initiatives and investments by governments and companies for research in various fields such as neurological, immunological, cancer research are expected to boost the global cell separation technology market.

Rise in the global geriatric population is likely to increase the number of patients suffering from age-related diseases. The geriatric population is projected to increase by 56% (i.e. nearly 1.4 billion) by 2030. It is anticipated to increase from 901 million in 2030 to 2.1 billion by 2050. These factors are expected to fuel the urge to develop better healthcare treatment, which, in turn, is likely to boost the demand for cell separation technologies.

Significant improvements and increase in initiatives by governments to provide better healthcare services are projected to create awareness about the benefits of cell separation technologies. Technological advancements are anticipated to lead to development of innovative cell separation tools such as microfluidics and magnetic beads.

Market Segmentation: Global Cell Separation Technology Market

The global cell separation technology market has been segmented based on technology, application, end user, and region

The fluorescence-activated cell sorting segment dominated the global cell separation technology market in 2018. It is projected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. This is because FACS is utilized extensively as a versatile technology, which enables the separation of cells based on surface markets, cell size, cell cycle status. Thus, FACS is extensively employed for the positive selection and separation of cells. It primarily works on two principles: fluidics and optics, which help in the detection of cells.

In terms of application, the global cell separation technology market has been divided into stem cell research, immunology, neuroscience, cancer research, and others. The stem cell research segment is likely to dominate the market, owing to the rise in research activities in the field of stem cells. Moreover, the predictable benefits of stem cells in the medical industry have flourished research activities. The rising prevalence of cancer incidences across the globe fuels the use of cells separation technologies in order to support research.

Based on end user, the global cell separation technology market has been classified into biotechnology & pharmaceutical companies, hospitals & diagnostic laboratories, academic & research institutes, and others. The biotechnology & pharmaceutical companies segment dominated the global cell separation technology market in 2018, owing to a surge in investments and frequent usage of cell separation products by companies. Moreover, a rise in the demand for cell-based therapies and medicines is estimated to boost the segment in the cell separation technology market during the forecast period.

Regional Segmentation: Global Cell Separation Technology Market

In terms of region, the global cell separation technology market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America dominated the global cell separation technology market in 2018, due to technological advancements, presence of key players, and awareness about cells separation technologies in the region.

A well-established research & development industry along with strong funding support from governments in the region are likely to boost the cell separation technology market.

The cell separation technology market in Asia Pacific is projected to expand at a high CAGR during the forecast period, owing to rising medical tourism, developing healthcare infrastructure, angel investors’ support for research, and rise in investments in healthcare by countries in the region.

These players are focused on the launching of innovative products, expansion of distribution networks across regions, and mergers & acquisitions in order to remain competitive in the global cell separation technology market.

TMR’s recent study on the cell separation technology market offers its readers a holistic market overview backed by comprehensive assessment of the global cell separation technology landscape. The TMR publication on the cell separation technology market assesses the landscape in terms of historical and current market situation, and includes a forecast for the period of 2019-2027. Readers are able to make key decisions pertaining to their businesses with the help of the market findings and exclusive cell separation technology market insights included in the extensive study. TMR’s report also provides an analysis of the key cell separation technology market dynamics that are likely to influence the market in the foreseeable future. The cell separation technology market report delivers a detailed understanding of the key industry trends and developments made by cell separation technology market players. The TMR publication is divided into sections to aid readers in gaining an individual understanding of the cell separation technology market.

Key Questions Answered in the Report

How much revenue will the cell separation technology market hold in 2027?

Which factors and market dynamics are likely to influence the cell separation technology market over the forecast period?

What are key challenges that cell separation technology market players are likely to face during the course of the forecast period?

Which countries are contributing a greater share to the overall cell separation technology market revenue?

What are key strategies adopted by leading cell separation technology market competitors?

The first chapter in the TMR study on the market for cell separation technology commences with a preface that offers a concise market outlook, with the inclusion of the market definition and scope of the report. This part of the report discusses the research objectives, and highlights of the cell separation technology market that helps readers gain a complete market glance. Following this is the executive summary that highlights the key elements enclosed in the report. The next section in the cell separation technology market report is the market overview that offers a glimpse of the market with respect to key cell separation technology market dynamics such as market drivers, future opportunities, and restraining factors.

The next part includes a cell separation technology market overview, which discusses the key market dynamics, and provides analysis and forecast in terms of value and volume. Along with market projections, this section also includes Porter’s Five Force Analysis. Following this is the section comprising key insights, which include analysis, disease prevalence, analysis of R&D activities, and other significant aspects related the market. Following this is a detailed segmentation analysis of the cell separation technology market. Assessment involves the division of the cell separation technology market based on technology type, end user, application, and region. With the analysis of key segments in the cell separation technology market, supported by Y-o-Y growth projection and basis point share analysis, the report further helps readers recognize lucrative market avenues.

The TMR report on the market for cell separation technology offers an evaluation of the geographical landscape of the industry. Regional analysis helps competitors make strategic decisions regarding future investments and regional expansions. Individual-level assessment of countries and segment-wise analysis of individual regions help readers of the report on the cell separation technology market to assess the potential of the business in individual geographies. Backed by global value and volume share and Y-o-Y growth projections, this section is an essential part of the study on the cell separation technology market.

The study on the cell separation technology market provides a complete examination of the competition with the details of key market players. This section explains the nature of the cell separation technology market with the help of the market share held by leading, emerging, and new players. A unique dashboard view of the players in the cell separation technology market helps readers in understanding the strategies implemented by prominent players and their performance in the cell separation technology market, including focus areas of the cell separation technology market competition. The competitive structure of key players in the cell separation technology market is also offered in the publication.

Research Methodology

The TMR report on the market for cell separation technology is based on complete assessment of the market backed by comprehensive primary and secondary research. Detailed understanding of the cell separation technology market in terms of competitive landscape is further supported by individual-level analysis of various aspects related to the cell separation technology market. Assessment of the historical and current global market for cell separation technology, focusing on key market segments, growth drivers, major regions, and other qualitative inputs, helps TMR’s analysts derive key market estimates and a formulate a forecast for the cell separation technology market. Readers can access the cell separation technology market report to obtain a forecasted market evaluation for the period of 2019 - 2027.